Smoked Mackerel Onigiri
A Japanese-inspired snack using smoked mackerel, typically served as a light meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
- ●1 (6 oz) can Smoked Mackereldrained and flaked
- ●2 cups Japanese Riceshort-grain rice
- ●2 tbsp Sesame Seedstoasted
- ●1 tsp Sesame Oilto taste
- ●1 tsp Soy Sauceto taste
- ●1 tsp Sushi Vinegarto taste
- ●1/4 cup Grated Daikon Radishoptional
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the Japanese rice thoroughly and cook according to package instructions.
- 2
Prepare the filling by mixing the flaked mackerel with sesame oil, soy sauce, and sushi vinegar.
- 3
Once the rice has cooled, shape it into triangles or ovals, about 1 1/2 inches in size.
- 4
Place a small spoonful of the mackerel filling in the center of each rice shape, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 5
Gently fold the rice over the filling to form a triangle or oval shape, applying gentle pressure to form a compact triangle.
- 6
Repeat with the remaining rice and filling.
- 7
Just before serving, garnish each onigiri with toasted sesame seeds and a sprinkle of grated daikon radish, if using.
- 8
Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a day.